A Winter Getaway To Snowshoe, West Virginia's Snowiest Town

What is West Virginia’s snowiest town, anyway? It’s actually not as easy to determine as you might think. Some say it’s Pickens, which received the record amount of snow in a single snowfall (57 inches in 1950). Some say it’s Terra Alta, which has in the past reportedly received an average of 175 inches per year. But as far as current measurements go for areas covered by the National Weather Service that are included under the Charleston, West Virginia area of responsibility, the answer in recent years is that Snowshoe is the town in West Virginia with the most snow: one estimate puts Snowshoe’s average at 180 inches per year.

A winter getaway to this magical wonderland will most definitely include snow -- often, the first snowfall is as early as October at the high elevation Snowshoe enjoys.

That's okay, though; bathed in white, this mountain perch is stunningly majestic.

Most famous as one of the best ski resorts in the east, Snowshoe is perfect for those who love fresh powder.

But there's more to this charming mountain village than just skiing.

There's also shopping. There are a variety of restaurants. There's a heated outdoor pool so that you can swim and watch the snow fall. There is snow tubing, sleigh rides, and snowmobiling.

There are dozens of lodging options to choose from, all complete with the coziest of cozy rooms.

There are views that stretch for miles. And that's just the beginning of what this snowiest town in West Virginia boasts in winter. There's no better place to curl up with a warm drink and watch the snow fall than Snowshoe Mountain Resort!

Have you ever visited this charming villa in the wintertime? A getaway to West Virginia's snowiest town (or one of them, at least) truly is a magical experience.

To book a stay in Snowshoe, West Virginia, or explore some of the many winter day trip activity options, head to Snowshoe Mountain Resort’s website. Let it snow… as long as you’ve checked off all the items on your winter packing list, of course.

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